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56th Biennial Antiochian Archdiocese Convention – July 23-30, 2023

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Source: Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America ​The 56th Biennial Antiochian Archdiocese Convention, hosted by St. George Church in Phoenix, Ariz., is being held at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa from July 23-30. Below, you will find resources for the general assembly, scheduled for July 27-28. 2023 GENERAL ASSEMBLY Agenda MINUTES OF THE LAST THREE GENERAL ASSEMBLIES 2019 Archdiocese Convention | 2021 Virtual Archdiocese Convention | 2023 Special Convention CANDIDATES FOR THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Jim Bach | Isa Canavati | Roger David | Ayham Farha | Eli Hage Khalil Kardous | Nawar Mansour | Nick Massad | Fadi Metri | Kameel Najjar Majed Nesheiwat | Philip Saliba | Rami Younes | Antoine Zammar CONVENTION REPORTS Archdiocese Annual Financial Report Departments Ancient Faith Ministries…

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The Archdiocesan Presbyters Council of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. (Photo GOA)

Greek Archdiocesan Presbyters Council Meets in Arizona

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Source: The National Herald PHOENIX – The Archdiocesan Presbyters Council (APC) convened for its bi-annual meeting at the host city of next year’s National Clergy retreat in Phoenix, Arizona. During the 3-day meetings, they heard reports from the Archdiocesan Chancellor, the President of Hellenic College/Holy Cross, the Archdiocese Benefits Committee, the APC/NSP Benevolent Fund, the Retired Clergy Association, along with a special presentation and robust discussion from the director of Stewardship, Outreach and Evangelism, Father Jim Kordaris. “It was a blessing to have all of our representatives present at this important meeting, as we outlined the course for the next…

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I WAS HUNGRY…Keynote Address by Bill Marianes : “Why Love Light”, YAL Conference 2021 (VIDEO)

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Source: YAL Conference Metropolis of San Francisco Keynote Bill Marianes, “Why Love Light”, Sept. 3, 2021, Metropolis of San Francisco, YAL Conference 2021, Phoenix, AZ I WAS HUNGRY… For a while, the picture below was me. A dirty, raggedy, hairy, dehydrated, and hungry pile of mess on the dirt in the blistering Phoenix sun begging for scraps while being eaten by ants. As I was begging, sweating, and shaking on the ground, I watched 618 blessed and amazing young adults, 50 even more blessed adults, and about 15 clergy walk past me. Twice. Once on their way to, and then…

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Elder Ephraim in repose

Elder Ephraim (Moraitis) of Philoteou, Arizona Has Reposed – Photo Journal with his life

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Source: The Ascetic Experience Elder Archimandrite Ephraim (Ioannis Moraitis – June 24, 1927) was an archimandrite and former abbot of Philotheou Monastery on Mount Athos, the spiritual guide of four monasteries on Mount Athos and of eight women’s convents in Greece, as well as the founder of 19 monasteries in the United States and Canada. He resided in Arizona at St. Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Monastery until his repose (December 7, 2019). Elder Ephraim was a hieromonk for 71 years and an elder for more than 50 years. He was a disciple of Saint Joseph the Hesychast of Mount Athos and…

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OCL Winter Board Meeting – February 8-10, 2018 – Scottsdale, AZ

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Source: Orthodox Christian Laity The OCL winter board meeting is taking place at the Franciscan Retreat Center, 5802 E Lincoln Drive Scottsdale AZ. Feb 8-10. In addition to to discussions of the agenda board members will learn more about the International Orthodox Theological Association (IOTA) from its Director, Dr. Paul Gavrilyuk.

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INFORMATION FOR CHURCH MEMBERS AND DONORS

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You may be interested in this ruling from the Tucson Court…. a case where a US Court upholds the well settled doctrine: “So long as a court does not cross into ecclesiastical matters, it is appropriate to apply neutral legal principles, including those based in contract, in resolving a dispute involving a religious organization.” If the New York courts had followed this doctrine in the Declaratory Judgment action filed challenging the imposition of the 2003 Charter by the EP without the approval of the Clergy-Laity Congress in accordance with the revision provisions of the previous Charter the GOA would not…

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St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Monastery in Florence, Arizona

Orthodox Church: monastic movement raising new controversy in Greek Orthodoxy in America

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Source: Religioscope BY RICHARD CIMINO, 24 NOVEMBER 2011 A popular monk has become the center of growing controversy in the Greek Orthodox Church over his charismatic leadership and strict ascetic teachings. Known as Elder Ephraim, the Greek monk has spearheaded a monastic movement in the U.S. Since 1989, Elder Ephraim and his followers have established 18 monasteries in North America, attracting both cradle and convert Orthodox Christians to its strict ascetic practices. The “Ephraimite” monasteries stress reclusive living, fasting, bodily mortification, vigils, and constant recitation of the Jesus Prayer, according to sociologist Frances Kostarelos of Governors State University. In a…

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